Academic Background, Affordable Housing, Case Management, Clinical Competency, Clinical Training, Diversity, Family Medicine, Green Construction, Hawaiian Language, Leadership, Medicine, Mentoring, Multicultural, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Primary Care, Quality Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Family Medicine Physician to serve as a Faculty Member for the growing Family Medicine Residency Program in Hilo, Hawaii. This is a unique opportunity to blend clinical practice with teaching and mentorship in one of the most beautiful and community-centered settings in the country.
As a faculty member, you’ll help shape the next generation of family physicians while serving a diverse and underserved patient population. You will be part of a supportive academic environment focused on evidence-based medicine, community engagement, and holistic care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and teach residents and medical students in outpatient and inpatient settings.
- Provide direct patient care in a continuity clinic and/or inpatient setting.
- Assist with curriculum development, quality improvement, and scholarly activities.
- Participate in resident recruitment, mentorship, and evaluation.
- Attend faculty meetings, clinical case conferences, and academic retreats.
- Optional leadership opportunities available (e.g., Medical Director, Curriculum Director).
- Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education and care delivery.
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Board Certified in Family Medicine (ABFM or AOBFP)
- Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in Hawaii
- Experience or strong interest in medical education
- Inpatient and outpatient clinical skills
- OB optional, but welcome
- Enthusiasm for working in a rural/underserved community and teaching setting
- Prior faculty or preceptor experience preferred, but not required
Location Perks – Hilo, Hawaii:
- Practice and teach in a vibrant, multicultural community with a strong sense of purpose
- Enjoy a true work-life balance with access to hiking, waterfalls, beaches, and outdoor adventures
- Affordable housing and slower pace of life compared to other islands
- Rich Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander culture and community involvement
- Be part of building sustainable primary care in a high-need area